Kuyaya Chai Martini Recipe

Total Time

Prep: 10 min. Cook: 60 min.

Makes

1 serving

Updated: Apr. 05, 2024

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Ingredients

1/12 oz chocolate liquor
2 oz chai infused cream
2 oz chocolate syrup
Salted caramel powder, for garnish
VillaKuyaya 80% Masala Chai chocolate shavings, for garnish

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake. Strain into martini glass. Garnish with caramel powder or chocolate shavings. Variation: top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

*Chocolate Liquor: Steep 2 cups Villakuyaya nibs in 2 cups 100 proof liquor (vodka, ever clear, etc) for 4- 5 days. Strain through sieve.

*Chai Infused Cream: Add 2 cups heavy whipping cream to a heavy saucepan on medium heat. Once it comes to a boil, add 4 teabags or 4 heaping tablespoons of chai tea. Remove saucepan from heat. Let steep for 20-30 minutes and remove teabags.

*Chocolate Syrup: Combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat, and slowly whisk in 1/2 cup VillaKuyaya 80% chocolate chips until a smooth consistency.